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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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